Pasadena In FocusMay - June 2011

Plan Ahead for Marathon Street Closures

Thousands of runners, walkers, wheelchairs, bikes and strollers will hit the streets during the third annual Pasadena Marathon Sunday, May 15, starting at 5:45 a.m. The fun community event includes full and half marathons, a 5K/10K, wheelchair stroll and kids’ run, all benefiting Pasadena Forward.

You can avoid the crowd and traffic delays by visiting www.cityofpasadena.net/events in advance to check out street closures, transit detours and more.

Beginning at 5 a.m., Pasadena police will close roads along the entire route, allowing motorists to cross at designated traffic control points. Each street will be reopened on a rolling basis as soon as the last participant passes through and all course materials have been removed. Watch for “no parking” signs along the route starting at 1 a.m. on race day. The city will waive overnight parking restrictions and permit requirements that morning so you can park on adjacent streets and cheer for the competitors!